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Originally posted by paul g View PostWhat is this neutrality that Irish people are so fond of, could you define what it means.
To the Pretend Lefties it means siding with the Capitalist west.
To the shinnies it means Ireland more imbedded with the outside world, which makes it a bit more difficult to force us to become a inward looking commie state.Last edited by sofa; 2 April 2016, 16:50.
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Sound like the self supporting signage that is seen at recruitment fairs.
The only issue seems to be the decision to bypass the normal procedure, and directly purchase from the supplier who provided materials last time.
To me the fault lies with the complexity of the DF supply chain.
As for the painting, that just seems like sour grapes.
DF said no budget existed for decorating. Someone used initiative, and gave mandays to skilled members in the trade, who were probably unemployed at the time in question. In both cases the DF gained.For now, everything hangs on implementation of the CoDF report.
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MOD: Meanwhile back on topic."Let us be clear about three facts. First, all battles and all wars are won in the end by the infantryman. Secondly, the infantryman always bears the brunt. His casualties are heavier, he suffers greater extremes of discomfort and fatigue than the other arms. Thirdly, the art of the infantryman is less stereotyped and far harder to acquire in modern war than that of any other arm." ------- Field Marshall Wavell, April 1945.
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Originally posted by na grohmità View PostSound like the self supporting signage that is seen at recruitment fairs.
The only issue seems to be the decision to bypass the normal procedure, and directly purchase from the supplier who provided materials last time.
To me the fault lies with the complexity of the DF supply chain.
As for the painting, that just seems like sour grapes.
DF said no budget existed for decorating. Someone used initiative, and gave mandays to skilled members in the trade, who were probably unemployed at the time in question. In both cases the DF gained.
This was evidently an attempt to tarnish a persons reputation and was malicious in content and should not have been even entertained.
Even though there was no transgression in procedure and it would appear it was done with a senior officers approval complainant should have had to identify themselves to allow redress
I get very pissed of with this where just because you are in the public sector anyone can make allegation through various means and the state , public or civil service provides no means for redress in the event of the claim being false or malicious.
Case of guilty until proven innocent...and the state sanctions it through the likes of the PAC.Covid 19 is not over ....it's still very real..Hand Hygiene, Social Distancing and Masks.. keep safe
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Originally posted by paul g View PostWhat is this neutrality that Irish people are so fond of....
You know, like the way it's the "Will of D'People" to elect Shinners, Lefties and Crusties who all know how to criticise and change a government with no experience nor interest in being party to one.
I'd love an open and frank public discussion on "Neutrality", because in today's world where our enemies don't where uniforms, don't acknowledge international rules of war, let alone the concept of neutrality; it's time to shit or get off the pot.
The more we let this political and public cowardice affect our military development, the greater the chance that we as a nation will be found wanting when (not if) the day comes that we face terrorist atrocities ourselves.
We've lost a great opportunity and vital experience by not fully going to Germany with the EUBG and it would have showcased just how vital the RDF contribution to the single force concept is proving to be.
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Originally posted by SwiftandSure View PostMaybe "D'People" think there's a great tradition of stepping away from any international responsibility in order to be best positioned to express outrage and opposition at those who would take on the aforesaid responsibility.
You know, like the way it's the "Will of D'People" to elect Shinners, Lefties and Crusties who all know how to criticise and change a government with no experience nor interest in being party to one.
I'd love an open and frank public discussion on "Neutrality", because in today's world where our enemies don't where uniforms, don't acknowledge international rules of war, let alone the concept of neutrality; it's time to shit or get off the pot.
The more we let this political and public cowardice affect our military development, the greater the chance that we as a nation will be found wanting when (not if) the day comes that we face terrorist atrocities ourselves.
We've lost a great opportunity and vital experience by not fully going to Germany with the EUBG and it would have showcased just how vital the RDF contribution to the single force concept is proving to be.Everyone who's ever loved you was wrong.
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Originally posted by SwiftandSure View PostLong story, not for here.
It's exactly how the Single Force Concept should work and long may it continue.Last edited by Fridge Magnet; 4 April 2016, 01:01.
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